The majority of New York's coffee boom has taken place south of 14th Street, so for those of us who work a little farther uptown, the arrival of Stumptown's flagship shop in the Ace Hotel was a major event. We count ourselves—and you—among the near-constant line of javaheads waiting expectantly for a dose of the rich, velvety brew from the cult Portland, Oregon, roaster. Whether you proceed to the office from there, paper cup in hand, or linger in the hotel lobby, this delicious jolt is your preferred caffeine high. Stumptown Coffee RoastersAce Hotel, 18 W 29th St between Fifth Ave and Broadway (646-214-5749)